It's Happening In Miami

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation continues working hand-in-hand with neighboring federations and The Jewish Federations of North America to provide critical assistance to individuals and families impacted by Hurricane Ian.

We have provided financial support to a senior living facility in Sarasota that has offered emergency housing to older adults who were displaced due to the storm. Additionally, we have partnered with Cadena, an emergency response nonprofit, which immediately distributed solar lamps, water filtration devices and hygiene kits to low income families whose homes were flooded. We are also working with the Federations of Naples and Charlotte & Lee Counties to provide financial assistance to those whose homes were damaged or destroyed. If you have not yet contributed to our Hurricane Ian Emergency Fund, please click here to make a secure donation. As always, Federation will absorb all administrative costs so that 100 percent of funds donated to Hurricane Ian relief will provide critically needed aid to both the Jewish and non-Jewish communities affected by this catastrophic storm.

Open House Registration

We are delighted that you will be joining us at our first-ever Open House! This event is designed for prospective parents and prospective students. It is an opportunity for you to meet some of our staff members, learn more about our program and our unique admission process. Sunday, October 30, 2022.

PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR MORNING SESSION IS AT CAPACITY.

AFTERNOON SESSION Check-in will start at 1:30 pm. The program will begin promptly at 2:00 pm.

FIU Biscayne Bay Campus WUC-Wolf University Center 3000 NE 151st St, North Miami, FL 33181

Parking information and other details about this event will be sent in a separate email.

To RSVP, please click here

Kloda Whitebook Kesher Academy's Annual Shopping Market celebrating it's 20th year. Amazing Vendor's all under one roof for all of your holiday and personal needs. Thursday, October 20th from 10am-7pm and The MARJCC Free admission

Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box Ch 1684, Atlantic Broadband 168, Hotwire Ch 269, DirecTV Ch 388, Blue Stream Ch 110, streamed on Roku under "educational", Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV and jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org

Sukkot Services:

Sunday October 9 Erev Sukkot 6:00pm Reform Service from Central Synagogue in NY (Live) (Replay at 9:30pm)

7:30pm Orthodox Erev Sukkot Service from Hampton Synagogue (Replay at 11:00pm)

Monday October 10 Sukkot Day 1 9:30am Reform Sukkot Service from Central Synagogue in NY (Live) (Replay at 12:30pm)

11:00am Orthodox Sukkot Service from Hampton Synagogue (Replay at 2:00pm) 7:30pm Orthodox Sukkot Service from Hampton Synagogue (Replay at 11:00pm)

Tuesday October 11 Sukkot Day 2 11:00am Orthodox Service from Hampton Synagogue (Replay at 2:00pm)

Recipe for Change: Standing Up to Antisemitism

Idina Menzel, Ilana Glazer, Bryan Greenberg, Rachel Bloom, Jonathan Greenblatt, Michael Zegen and many other popular Jewish celebrities and activists gather for a one-of-a-kind dinner to discuss antisemitism and building allyship, and to celebrate Jewish heritage and culture, in this installment of Recipe for Change, a series from executive producer LeBron James. Wednesday - 8:00pm & 1:00am

FIDF Live: Paratroopers

Glimpse a day in the life of an IDF paratrooper as Joel Chasnoff hosts a training base tour that highlights the soldiers’ intense physical and mental trainings, the archaeological excavations, and more. Monday 7:00pm & 1:00am Tuesday 12:30pm & 1:30am Friday 12:30pm

Abraham Accords Anniversary: Jason Greenblatt

Former Middle East Peace Envoy for President Trump, Jason Greenblatt, shares behind-the-scenes tales of his diplomatic efforts to achieve the unlikely agreement between Israel and several Arab nations, in a program of Sinai Temple Israel Center, with Rabbi Erez Sherman. Tuesday- 8:00pm Wednesday - 5:00am & 11:00am Saturday - 8:00pm

Rabbi Hirsch: Kol Nidre Sermon

Rabbi Hirsch delivers a sermon to his congregation of the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue in New York City on Kol Nidre. Tuesday- 7:00pm & 2:00am Wednesday - 10:00am Friday - 2:00pm Saturday - 3:30am

In The News: Iran Hijab Protests

As Iranian women continue to protest against the regime & for their rights, social media influencer & activist, Dr. Sheila Nazarian, analyzes the situation and shares her perspective on social media advocacy and the pursuit of justice in Iran. With Shahar Azani Sunday - 5:30pm

Thinking Out Loud: JBS journalist Micah Halpern

This week, Micah examines the lingering significance of the Abraham Accords, shortly after the two-year anniversary of their historic passage, as well as the unique circumstances that allowed for them to be ratified in the first place. He also dissects a recent op-ed by Ben-Dror Yemini that excoriates the U.S. government's hypocritical stance on civilian casualties vis-à-vis their recent criticism of Israel, in light of their own abysmal record. Wednesday – 6:30pm & 11:30pm Thursday – 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday – 5:30pm

Global Perspectives with Ellie Cohanim: Amjad Taha

Bahrain-based political affairs expert and author, Amjad Taha, offers a message of peace and unity, and shares his views on anti-Zionism and antisemitism, on the prospects of peace between Israel and Muslim nations in the region, on the Arab Spring, the Muslim Brotherhood and more, with Ellie Cohanim. Thursday - 7:30pm Friday - 11:30am Saturday - 4:00am

Top Story with Jonathan Tobin: David Harsanyi

Jonathan Tobin is joined by conservative journalist, author, and editor David Harsanyi, to discuss their views about Biden administration policies which they say hurt the working class and help the well-off and the rise of antisemitism on the left. Thursday - 8:00pm & 1:00am Friday - 10:00am Saturday - 5:00am & 7:00pm

The Dershow: Is Berkeley Banning Zionism?

Alan Dershowitz, Harvard Law School Professor Emeritus, explores the recent controversy at UC Berkeley School of Law, asking if the school has indeed banned Zionist speakers, and if so, is that legal? Tuesday - 10:30pm & 3:30am Thursday - 2:00pm

Rabbi on the Sidelines: Jeff Gurock

Jeffrey Gurock, author, professor of Jewish History at Yeshiva University in New York City, and JBS favorite, sheds light on what we can learn about antisemitism, inclusion, and the Jewish experience in America from Jewish involvement in the world of sports. Follow on Twitter @RabbiESherman, Instagram @rabbi_erez_sherman, and Facebook @SinaiTempleLA. Sunday - 8:30pm & 2:00am Tuesday - 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am, 10:00pm & 2:00am

On L’Chayim

Henry Winkler

Actor and author Henry Winkler, currently starring in the hit television series “Barry” and best known for playing Arthur 'Fonzie' Fonzarelli on the sitcom "Happy Days"" (1974-84), discusses growing up Jewish and his book on life experiences and lessons entitled, I've Never Met An Idiot on the River. Sunday - 12:00 Noon

Larry Ruttman

Author Larry Ruttman discusses his book on Jews in baseball, American Jews and America's Game Monday - 9:00pm & Midnight
Tuesday - 3:30pm Saturday - 6:00pm

Dan Almagor

On October 25, 1973, the Yom Kippur War ended in a cease fire. Dan Almagor describes the heroic defense of the IDF on the Golan Heights at the start of the war which prevented the Syrian Army from overrunning the north of Israel.
Tuesday - 9:00pm & Midnight Wednesday - 3:00pm

Francine Klagsbrun

Author Francine Klagsbrun discusses her biography, Lioness: Golda Meir and the Nation of Israel, which addresses the ways American Jews and Israelis view Israel’s only woman prime minister who served during the Yom Kippur War of 1973. Wednesday - 9:00pm & & Midnight Thursday - 3:00pm

Fighting BDS In Israel

The CEO of “Im Tirtzu,” Matan Peleg, and Board Chair Douglas Altabef, discuss their organization’s work as the leading Israeli organization seeking to educate Israelis influenced by the BDS Movement to doubt the legitimacy of Israel.
Thursday - 9:00pm & Midnight Friday - 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Jewish 101: Sukkot

For the Festival Sukkot (Festival of Booths), an explanation of the significance and the symbols of the holiday. With Rabbi Mark S. Golub. Sunday - 10:00am Monday - 5:00am Wednesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm Thursday - 4:00am Friday - 1:00pm

Download Lessons and Worksheets free on the JBS website

Hebrew: Lesson 10

Learn the letter "Mem," rules for the pronounced "Sh'vah," and conclude the Pay letter family that start Hebrew words "Purim" and "Passover" Monday 5:00pm Tuesday - 2:00am Thursday - 10:00am & 5:00pm Friday - 4:00am

Talmud Study: Sukkot In Sinai?

For the holiday of Sukkot, Rabbi Mordecai Becher examines Talmud passages in determining "Did We Keep Sukkot in Sinai?" Today (Sunday) - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm Wednesday- 7:00pm

REFORM AND ORTHODOX SHABBAT SERVICES

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE Closed Captioned 6:00pm, 11:30pm & 2:00am

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles 7:30pm & 10:30pm

SATURDAY MORNING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE Closed Captioned 9:30am & 1:00pm

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles 11:00am & 2:30pm

Edith Samers Vice President 203.536.6914 (cell phone) JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel Website: jbstv.org

Saturday, October 22nd, 2022 at 10 AM.

Guest Speaker: Sgt. Benjamin Anthony, IDF (Res.)

Hosted by Temple Emanu-El and Magen David Adom

Topic: Saving Lives in Israel with MDA

Complimentary admission. Join Shabbat services at Temple Emanu-el at 1701 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach

Hear from Sgt. Benjamin Anthony about Israel's only lifesaving EMS agency and their collaboration with the Israeli Defense Forces.

For further info, contact Jessica Nessim (352) 317-3800 or [email protected]

Join friends and family all over Florida for our first annual Hadassah Walks for Breast Cancer Research!

Medications and protocols developed by Hadassah’s medical staff are used by the world’s advanced cancer treatment centers. We all know someone whose life has been touched by breast cancer. Let’s show our support for those we love and help raise funds for research. Learn more

The Pop-Up Shopping Event of the year- Spectacular & Unique vendors. Click here to learn more.

A percentage of the proceeds to benefit Kesher Students Scholarship Program.

Attention, Miami Beach residents! Your ballots this November will include an item – Referendum 2 – which, if passed, would provide essential funds for the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach and many other cherished arts and culture institutions in the City. A YES vote is a vote in favor of granting our Holocaust Memorial up to $7.15 million from the City of Miami Beach for critical infrastructure needs. It will enable the Memorial to maintain its status as one of the City’s premier attractions, and to continue creating top-tier educational content for all schools statewide. With the recent spike in antisemitism, the Memorial’s work has never been more important. Click here to read more about the Referendum and how to ensure your vote is counted in the election.

Need to register to vote, sign up for early voting, request an absentee ballot or find your precinct? CLICK HERE

Watch JBS on Comcast X-1 Box Ch 1684, Atlantic Broadband 168, Hotwire Ch 269, DirecTV Ch 388, Blue Stream Ch 110, streamed on Roku under "educational", Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV and jbstv.org. For a complete and timely schedule and other television providers, go to www.jbstv.org

*YOM KIPPUR SERVICES *

Kol Nidre Services Tuesday October 4

6:00pm Reform Service from Central Synagogue (Live) 8:00pm Orthodox Service from Hampton Synagogue 9:00pm Reform Service from Central Synagogue

Wednesday October 5

7:30am Yom Kippur Kids Service from Central Synagogue 8:00am Orthodox Service from Hampton Synagogue 10:00am Reform Service from Central Synagogue (Live)

1:15pm Yom Kippur Study Session with Rabbi Rick Jacobs from Central Synagogue (Live) 2:00pm Yom Kippur Family Service from Central Synagogue (Live) 3:00pm Yom Kippur Kids Service from Central Synagogue 4:00pm N’iloh Reform Service from Central Synagogue (Live)(Replay at 8:30pm) 6:30pm N’iloh Orthodox Service from Hampton Synagogue(Replay at 11:00pm)

A Special Program:Unsung Heroes of the IDF

Over 900 people, from over 60 countries, join the IDF each year to serve and protect the Jewish people and the state of Israel as lone soldiers. In this special program, get exclusive access to the soldiers, hear their stories, experience their struggle and support their efforts through Unsung Heroes of the IDF, an organization that offers food packages, financial aid, social and mental wellness programs for PTSD sufferers, connections to Israeli families and more, all to ease the burden the soldiers carry on behalf of the Jewish people around the world.
Sunday 8:00pm & 12am

Central Synagogue: Rabbi Rick Jacobs on Eradicating Hate

In a Yom Kippur study session from Central Synagogue, Rabbi Rick Jacobs (President, Union for Reform Judaism), uses ancient and modern texts to explore Judaism’s best strategies for eradicating hate from our hearts and communities. Wednesday - 1:15pm

Eric Goldman’s Jewish Cinematheque: The U.S. and the Holocaust

Eric Goldman is joined by Sarah Botstein and Lynn Novick, Ken Burns’ co-directors of the new six-hour documentary series The U.S. and the Holocaust, to discuss telling the story of how the American people grappled with one of the greatest humanitarian crises of the twentieth century.

Monday - 7:30pm Tuesday - 11:30am Thursday - 2:30pm Friday - 11:30am Saturday - 8:30pm & 1:30am

In the Spotlight: Josh Lambert

Was the idea of a Jewish “literary mafia” entirely an antisemitic slander, or in any way founded in the reality of the number and influence of Jews in publishing? Abigail Pogrebin gets at the truth with Josh Lambert, author of The Literary Mafia: Jews, Publishing, and Postwar American Literature

Monday - 8:00pm & 1:00am Tuesday - 11:00am Thursday - 2:00pm Saturday - 8:00pm & 1:00am

Rabbi on the Sidelines: Noah Eagle

Noah Eagle, voice of the Los Angeles Clippers, and son of NBA and NFL broadcaster Ian Eagle, joins Rabbi Sherman to speak about the hard work it takes to make the jump directly from college to be the voice of an NBA team. Sunday - 8:30pm & 2:00am Tuesday - 10:00am Thursday - 5:00am & 10:00pm Friday - 2:00am

Top Story with Jonathan Tobin: Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt

JNS Editor-in-chief Jonathan Tobin and Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt, founder of the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition, discuss the shift they perceive in the American rabbinate, and their take on whether it's okay for a rabbi to be anti-Israel. Thursday - 8:00pm & 1:00am Friday - 10:00am Saturday - 5:00am & 7:00pm

In The News: Queen Elizabeth

Jeremy Havardi, Director of the B'nai B'rith UK Bureau of International Affairs, discusses the loss of Queen Elizabeth II, her relationship with British Jewry, with Israel, and the future under King Charles. With Teisha Bader. Sunday - 5:30pm

In The News: Iran Hijab Protests (ITN)

As Iranian women continue to protest against the regime & for their rights, social media influencer & activist, Dr. Sheila Nazarian, analyzes the situation and shares her perspective on social media advocacy and the pursuit of justice in Iran. With Shahar Azani Monday – 6:30pm & 11:30pm Tuesday – 3:30am, 8:30am & 12:30pm Saturday – 11:30pm

On L’Chayim

Rabbis Discuss God & Yom Kippur

Rabbis from different movements of Judaism share their views on the reality of God for the observance of Yom Kippur. With rabbis Mitchell Wohlberg (Orthodox), Rachel Ain (Conservative) and Steve Gutow (Reconstructionist). Today (Sunday) - 12:00 Noon Wednesday - Midnight

Ken Spiro On God

Rabbi, historian, author and senior lecturer and researcher for Aish HaTorah, Ken Spiro explores the Jewish understanding of God. Sunday - 6:00pm Monday - 3:00pm Saturday - 6:00pm

Donniel Hartman

Rabbi Donniel Hartman, President of the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem, discusses the strengths and weakness of Judaism and his notion of an imperfect God as presented in his book “Putting God Second.” Monday - 9:00pm & Midnight
Tuesday - 3:00pm Wednesday - 12 Midnight

Henry Winkler

Actor and author Henry Winkler, currently starring in the hit television series “Barry” and best known for playing Arthur 'Fonzie' Fonzarelli on the sitcom "Happy Days"" (1974-84), discusses growing up Jewish and his book on life experiences and lessons entitled, I've Never Met An Idiot on the River. Thursday - 3:00pm Thursday - 9:00pm & Midnight Friday - 3:00pm

JEWISH STUDIES

Jewish 101: Where God Fits In

In a review of previous lessons, learn about a topic that is seldom discussed--the Jewish understanding of "God." Sunday - 10:00am Thursday - 4:00am Friday - 1:00pm

Hebrew: Lesson 8

Hebrew letters "Pay," "Fay," and "Final Fay" are introduced, along with the correct pronunciation of the Hebrew word for a festive Jewish holiday Monday - 9:00am & 4:55pm Thursday - 10:00am & 4:55pm Friday - 4:00am

Hebrew: Lesson 9

Learn to read Hebrew words used in the experience of Judaism, using the recently taught "Pay" and "Fay". Monday - 9:30am & 5:30pm Thursday - 10:35am & 5:30pm Friday - 4:30am

Talmud Study: Why Fast

Rabbi Mordechai Becher explains the concept of "fasting" in the Jewish tradition on the JBS series "Dimensions of the Daf." Sunday - 9:00am Monday - 4:00am Tuesday - 9:00am & 5:00pm

Talmud Study: Must God Forgive?

Does God have to forgive us? Sunday - 9:30am Monday - 4:30am Tuesday - 9:30am Thursday - 7:00pm

REFORM AND ORTHODOX SHABBAT SERVICES

FRIDAY EVENING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE Closed Captioned 6:00pm, 11:30pm & 2:00am

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles 7:30pm & 10:30pm

SATURDAY MORNING SHABBAT SERVICES

REFORM: CENTRAL SYNAGOGUE Closed Captioned 9:30am & 1:00pm

ORTHODOX: HAMPTON SYNAGOGUE With Hebrew, transliteration and English subtitles 11:00am & 2:30pm

Edith Samers Vice President 203.536.6914 (cell phone) JBS Jewish Broadcasting Service, a 501c3 fulltime television channel Website: jbstv.org

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation has established an Emergency Relief Fund to assist people impacted by Hurricane Ian.

To make a donation, please click here.

You can also send a donation check payable to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation with the notation "Hurricane Ian Emergency Relief Fund" to:

Greater Miami Jewish Federation

4200 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL 33137